Can I just say, you’re in for a real treat with these stir-fry glass noodles. The flavors of the dish are concentrated to add a maximum punch of flavor. The pork is tender after simmering in a delicious, yet simple sauce for an hour. You just can’t lose with this recipe and I am going to teach you how!
What if I can’t find glass noodles?
You can absolutely substitute the stir-fry glass noodles for a different kind of noodle that you prefer. Glass noodles are a great way to mix things up, but if you either can’t find them, or are intimidated, here are some other types of noodles you can try:
- Ramen noodles
- Rice noodles
- Vermicelli
- Egg noodles
- Udon
Any of these will work. but if you really want to play it safe, even spaghetti or linguini noodles could work here, I won’t judge. The sauce made from this recipe is quite versatile!
Do I really need to simmer the pork for one hour?
The answer is no, you absolutely don’t have to. This recipe is versatile, and you can ultimately choose how you decide to approach this stir-fry glass noodles recipe; however, know that doing so will result in melt in your mouth pork with a sauce rich in flavor. I strongly recommend doing so. If you do choose to take a shortcut, I have a solution for you.
Add 1/4 cup of water instead of 1/2 cup. Instead of reducing the heat to low to simmer, you will reduce the heat to medium. Then, let it bubble until thickened and reduced. Then, instead of reserving some of the noodle water, transfer the pasta directly into the pan with the pork – do not drain the noodles in the sink. That way, the noodles will carry over some of the water.
Stir-fry glass noodles with the most tender pork
Ingredients
- 1 package glass noodles
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves crushed and chopped
- 1 tomato cut in half and sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ pounds pork sliced and tenderized
- ½ cup water
- 1-2 green chilis seeds removed and diced
- ¼ cup shredded carrots
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a pot on medium-high heat, add half of the butter. When it starts to melt, add the onions, garlic, and tomato. Stir and let it cook for about a minute. Season with salt and pepper. Add the pork and give it a good mix. Lower the heat and add the water. Cover, and let it simmer for about an hour. Check every so often to make sure the water hasn’t completely dissolved.
- About 15 minutes before it’s done, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook until they are done. Save about ¼ cup of the water. Drain the rest. Add the noodles to the pot with the pork mixture, as well as the shredded carrots and green chilis. Add the other half of the butter and a little bit of the leftover noodle water. Give it a good stir. Serve and enjoy. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.
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